Championship Predictions

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2026

12:00

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Wolves

Wolves

Sunday's football game between Birmingham City and Wolverhampton will bring down the curtain on the Championship round 5, with the Blues looking to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw with Southampton. Birmingham remain unbeaten in the new Championship campaign and have shown plenty of attacking intent at home, where their last 10 matches have averaged 3.83 goals. Buchan ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2026 at 12:00

West Ham

West Ham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Derby

Derby

West Ham will look to underline their promotion credentials when they face Derby County London Stadium, with the Hammers arriving off an entertaining 4-2 victory over Wolverhampton. Summer signing Divine Mukasa was the star of the show after scoring twice in the midweek derby, and he will be one to watch again here. Experienced midfielder Tomas Soucek remains in the treatmen ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Saturday’s football game at The Hawthorns pits together West Bromwich Albion and Watford, with the Baggies looking to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw with Charlton extended their winless run to three games in all competitions. West Brom dominated large spells but were unable to turn their superiority into three points. Rabby Nzingoula is pushing for a starting bert ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Sparkles will be flying when Swansea City and Wrexham face each other in the Wales derby, with the Swans chasing a fourth consecutive league victory. Swansea have impressed in recent weeks, beating Derby 3-0 and Watford 2-0, while their 2.72 xG against the Hornets highlighted their attacking threat. Burgess and Franco remain sidelined, but there are no fresh injury concerns. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

Sheffield United will be aiming to build on a 3-2 win over Bolton when they take on Norwich City at Bramall Lane. The Blades secured the hard-fought victory over Bolton in midweek, with Romelle Donovan grabbing a late winner to seal all three points. Former Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips should retain his place in the starting XI, while Ben Brereton Diaz is a maj ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

QPR will be full of confidence when they take on Middlesbrough after putting together back-to-back victories over Blackburn Rovers and Cardiff City. The Hoops have shown significant improvement in the final third under Julen Stephan, producing 2.75 xG and 20 attempts in their 2-1 win over Cardiff. Rumarn Burrell will be the man to watch after his brace in midweek, while QPR ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Following back-to-back defeats to Bristol City and Derby County, Portsmouth will look to give fans some cheer when they face Cardiff City on Saturday aftenroon. The Pompey registered 21 goal attempts and 0.84 xG against Derby, suggesting their recent results do not tell the whole story. Bishop and Brooke-Smith are both pushing for a starting berth, while there are no fresh i ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Bolton

Bolton

All eyes will be on the Den when Millwall and Bolton face each other in the Championship round five, with the Lions desperate to bounce back from consecutive defeats to Southampton (1-5) and Wrexham (0-3). Their problems were compounded in midweek as both Coburn and De Norre picked up knocks, potentially opening the door for Lovelace and Neghli. Millwall have won 50% of thei ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Burnley will be determined to turn encouraging performances into their first victory of the season when Bristol City visit Turf Moor. The Clarets produced a promising display in a 1-1 draw with Middlesbrough and have arguably deserved more from their recent matches. They remain winless in their last 10, though, while their home games have averaged 2.60 goals. Summer signing ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

12:30

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Charlton

Charlton

Stoke City will look to build on their hard-fought victory over Norwich when Charlton Athletic arrive at the bet365 Stadium. The Potters edged Norwich 1-0 in midweek, defending impressively to secure all three points, although their attacking numbers were far less convincing, with only six attempts and 0.20 xG. Djibril Soumare picked up a knock in that game, with Ben Pearson ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 12:30

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

12:30

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Expect a thrilling atmosphere at Deepdale when Preston and Blackburn Rovers face each other in the Championship round 5. The Lilywhites have lost four straight league games, including a 3-1 defeat to Bristol City, and their home form makes for grim reading. Preston have failed to win any of their last six at home, scoring just 0.67 goals per game while conceding 2.67. Brad P ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 12:30

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2026

12:30

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Southampton

Southampton

Lincoln will be aiming to return to winning ways in the Championship when they face Southampton on Saturday afternoon. The newcomers were held to a goalless draw by Blackburn despite registering 18 attempts and 1.46 xG, but they are now chasing a third consecutive clean sheet. Lincoln have won 60% of their last 10 matches, although their home record has been less convincing, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2026 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
15 October 2026 • 21:16 UTC • 1 min read
Championship Predictions

Weekly Championship Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly Championship tips across the most important football betting markets, including Correct Score, BTTS, Over/Under 1.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

Championship Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughCardiffCardiff17/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallLincolnLincoln17/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordCharltonCharlton17/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityQPRQPR17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbyStoke CityStoke City17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwichNorwichPortsmouthPortsmouth17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonBoltonBolton17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaWest HamWest Ham17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West BromwichWest BromwichBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WrexhamWrexhamPrestonPreston17/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WolvesWolvesPortsmouthPortsmouth20/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough23/10/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonNorwichNorwich24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthMillwallMillwall24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedDerbyDerby24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversWrexhamWrexham24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CardiffCardiffBirmingham CityBirmingham City24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LincolnLincolnBurnleyBurnley24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonWest BromwichWest Bromwich24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRSwanseaSwansea24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CityBristol CityBristol City24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
West HamWest HamSouthamptonSouthampton24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WolvesWolvesWatfordWatford24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

EFL Championship Betting Stats and Data

To support your Championship tips and betting decisions, FootballPredictions.com tracks five years of historical Championship statistics. These long-term trends provide the foundation for our weekly predictions across the Championship’s key markets.

Championship Stats (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.6
Away Teams 1.33
Total (Combined) 2.93
30.8 min/Goal (351 Goals in 120 matches)
40% Clean Sheets (48 times out of 120 matches)
66% Both Teams Scored (79 times out of 120 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 40%
Draw 28%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 78%
Over 2.5 63%
Over 3.5 37%
Over 4.5 13%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 22%
Under 2.5 37%
Under 3.5 63%
Under 4.5 88%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.98
Shots / Match (Home) 14.43
Shots / Match (Away) 12.56
Fouls Per Match 21.87
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.56
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.31
Offsides Per Match 4.27
Players Participated 677

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Swansea City 10 7 2 1 16 7 +9 23 LWWWW
2 Middlesbrough 10 6 3 1 20 14 +6 21 WDDWW
3 Southampton 10 6 2 2 21 10 +11 20 WWLWW
4 West Ham United 10 5 4 1 29 12 +17 19 WWDDW
5 Queens Park Rangers 10 4 5 1 15 9 +6 17 DDDDW
6 Birmingham City 10 4 5 1 17 11 +6 17 LWDWW
7 Wolverhampton Wanderers 10 5 2 3 18 15 +3 17 WWLLW
8 West Bromwich Albion 10 5 2 3 12 10 +2 17 WDLLW
9 Stoke City 10 5 1 4 17 16 +1 16 DWWWL
10 Blackburn Rovers 10 4 3 3 15 13 +2 15 LWDWW
11 Millwall 10 4 2 4 16 16 0 14 LDDWL
12 Bristol City 10 4 2 4 12 14 -2 14 LLWDL
13 Charlton Athletic 10 3 5 2 10 13 -3 14 DDLDD
14 Bolton Wanderers 10 4 1 5 15 18 -3 13 LWWLW
15 Sheffield United 10 3 3 4 14 14 0 12 WLLWL
16 Portsmouth 9 3 2 4 12 13 -1 11 WDDLW
17 Wrexham 10 2 5 3 11 15 -4 11 DLWDL
18 Lincoln City 10 3 2 5 7 17 -10 11 WWLLL
19 Cardiff City 10 2 4 4 16 15 +1 10 DLWLW
20 Norwich City 10 3 0 7 17 20 -3 9 WLLLL
21 Burnley 11 1 5 5 16 21 -5 8 LDWDL
22 Watford 10 2 2 6 8 19 -11 8 WLLLL
23 Derby County 10 1 3 6 9 19 -10 6 LLDDL
24 Preston North End 10 1 1 8 8 20 -12 4 LLDLL

Championship Results

Date Match
13/10/2026, 18:45 Cardiff City 5 - 1 Watford
13/10/2026, 18:45 Wrexham 1 - 2 West Bromwich Albion
13/10/2026, 18:45 Burnley 2 - 2 Charlton Athletic
13/10/2026, 18:45 Millwall 0 - 1 Swansea City
13/10/2026, 18:45 Bristol City 0 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
13/10/2026, 18:45 Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 - 3 Bolton Wanderers
13/10/2026, 19:00 Stoke City 2 - 3 Middlesbrough
13/10/2026, 19:00 Birmingham City 4 - 0 Preston North End
14/10/2026, 18:45 Portsmouth 3 - 2 Sheffield United
14/10/2026, 18:45 Queens Park Rangers 4 - 1 Derby County
14/10/2026, 18:45 Norwich City 0 - 1 Southampton
14/10/2026, 19:00 Lincoln City 0 - 6 West Ham United

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
16/10/2026, 19:00 Burnley 1 - 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
17/10/2026, 11:30 Watford - Charlton Athletic
17/10/2026, 11:30 Millwall - Lincoln City
17/10/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough - Cardiff City
17/10/2026, 14:00 Derby County - Stoke City
17/10/2026, 14:00 Swansea City - West Ham United
17/10/2026, 14:00 Norwich City - Portsmouth
17/10/2026, 14:00 Bristol City - Sheffield United
17/10/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion - Blackburn Rovers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City - Queens Park Rangers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Southampton - Bolton Wanderers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Wrexham - Preston North End

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